Desert Comfort: Next-Gen HVAC and Indoor Air Quality
A more efficient conditioned air distribution system optimizes zoned heating, cooling, and fresh-air ventilation equipment for ideal indoor comfort
This Texas Housing Development Is Home to the Largest-Ever Geothermal Grid
Once completed, the Whisper Valley community outside of Austin, Texas will use a geothermal grid to provide heating and cooling to 7,500 households
Durable and Efficient HVAC Products
New HVAC product releases for a healthy and comfortable home year-round
DOE Announces New Efficiency Standards for AC Units and Heat Pumps
New minimum efficiency standards for air conditioners and heat pumps will go into effect on January 1, 2023
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HVAC
Geothermal Heat Pumps Are the Cost-Effective Home Energy Sources of the Future
The most budget friendly and energy efficient home heating and cooling solution could be right beneath our feet, experts say
HVAC
A Right-Sized, Integrated HVAC System for Indoor Comfort and Health
The Sustainable, Healthier Home delivers on its promise with a thoughtful, systematic solution
HVAC
Comfort Systems Road Map: A Plug-and-Play Residential Duct System
How strategic Building America research helped create an innovative, market-ready HVAC solution for heating and cooling ducts inside conditioned spaces
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2021 Pro Builder Top 100 Products
Curious about which products interest professional builders the most? Pro Builder’s annual list of the top 100 building products has the answer
Environmental
What to Know About Air Source Heat Pumps and Cold Climates
There are several different ways to go about reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and it’s become increasingly important to consider different…
Energy Efficiency
Selling All-Electric Homes
Buyers love living in these homes, but to get them there you need to address a few common objections
Energy Efficiency
Should You Consider Hybrid Heating?
As a cost-effective step toward an all-electric future, hybrid heating systems offer real customer benefits
Products
A Closer Look at Products Innovation in the Ultimate Z.E.N. Home
Products provided by sponsors of the Ultimate Zero Energy Now (Z.E.N.) home helped the builder deliver high performance and market appeal
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Net Zero Energy: The Ultimate Z.E.N. Home's Comfort Solution
The Ultimate Zero Energy Now Home took a team approach to conquer aggressive performance and cost goals and deliver optimum indoor comfort.
Construction Quality
7 Deadly Sins: Construction Defects to Avoid, Part II
Home builder best practices for identifying and eliminating construction defects in concrete foundations and slabs, mechanicals, HVAC and fire resistive assemblies, and insulation
